I’m so excited to talk about this today because I LOVE companion planting! It’s one of the most fun ways to experiment in the garden. In fact, literally every garden bed is an experiment for me.
Why I Ripped Up My Garden in the Middle of the Summer
Although my garden looked lush and overflowing, I knew it was time to rip it up! I needed to plant seeds for my fall garden to ensure a great harvest a couple months down the line.
What is Water Kefir?
Water kefir is a cultured, probiotic beverage. It starts from what we call “grains,” which look like this. These grains are actually a natural mix of yeast and bacteria. When water kefir grains are placed in sugar water, they eat the sugar and release gas into the water, making it fizzy! They also give off …
Starting with Sourdough Bread: Essential Tips and Recipes
Learn how to bake sourdough bread quickly and easily following these tips!
Thin Your Plants: My Number One Gardening Tip for Beginners
There are a few things you should remember if you want to be a successful gardener, but the most important tip gardeners forget is to thin your plants! Water regularly. Drastic increases or decreases in water supply can harm plant growth. Like you and I, our plants prefer to have regular access to hydration. Plant …
Where to Stock Up on Pantry Staples Even During a Pandemic
I will admit that when the Coronavirus first started to peak in the US, I did a little panic shopping for pantry staples. We live in Washington state and as the first known case went public in March, I immediately felt like I needed more groceries! Normally, I keep a pretty fully stocked pantry but …
Why I Buy Bulk Seeds as a Home Gardener
Currently, my garden space consists of 4 beds each 4 ft by 8 ft. I have a couple of extra corner pots and one small box for strawberries, salad, and herbs. This is the largest garden I’ve had in over 2 years! Even though I’m a small scale backyard gardener, I often buy seeds in bulk and …
5 Easy Crops for Beginner Gardeners
With so many people jumping on the gardening bandwagon, you should know some easy crops for beginner gardeners! These 5 are some of my all-time favorites.